The Herd with Colin Cowherd

The NBA playoffs kick off with thrilling matchups and surprising performances. The Lakers stumble against the Timberwolves, thanks to Anthony Edwards' playmaking brilliance. Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks to victory over the Pistons with a late-game surge. The Nuggets pull off an overtime win against the Clippers, showcasing Nikola Jokic's clutch plays. Meanwhile, the Pacers dominate the Bucks, highlighting gaps in Milwaukee's defense. Excitement is palpable as each team's playoff journey begins!

The Timberwolves stunned the Lakers with a physically dominating performance, showcasing their impressive transition game. Anthony Edwards emerged as a key player, earning substantial credit for his growth. Meanwhile, the Nuggets triumphed over the Clippers in a fiercely contested game, where Russell Westbrook's ups and downs played a pivotal role in securing the win. The discussion also touched on the different officiating style of playoff basketball and highlighted why Kawhi Leonard, despite his talent, lacks leadership qualities.

WrestleMania 41 from Las Vegas is upon us, and so Daniel Cormier IS LIVE from WWE World to check-in with the best of the best in the sport. Wrestling superstar Gunther joins DC to talk about his matchup against Jey Uso, and why he expects to beat him for the fourth time in a row! Gunther also gets into it with some of the fans, and talks about never needing the approval of the fans. Plus, Gunther gets into his HUGE WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY and why he decided to lose the weight when his career started to take off. And don't miss Gunther's message for Jey Uso and ALL his fans! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I Interviewed HIGH level Cruiserweight Prospect Viddal Riley! He talked his upcoming fight vs Chev Clarke, Fighting in his hometown stadium in Tottenham, His Thoughts on Eubank Jr vs Benn, and more! #Herd #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where Colin was right and wrong Colin can't believe Time Magazine's list of 100 Most Influential People did not include Caitlin Clark and argues she might be one of the most influential athletes since Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan Newest NFL Mock Draft He talks to Greg Cosell from NFL Films about the top quarterback prospects in the upcoming NFL draft and how Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders will translate to the pro game He also ranks the top 10 players remaining in the NBA playoffs.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers all of your questions in this week's massive mailbag segment. Why is no one giving Bo Nix credit for his rookie season, which four NFL players would be the ideal foursome, should the Commanders trade for Trey Hendrickson, and much more! Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest. Check out Gametime - the fastest growing ticketing app in the US, and the official ticketing app of 3 & Out and GoLow -  for tickets to all of your favorite NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA teams. Concert and comedy show tickets, too. Go to Gametime now to create an account, download the app and use code JOHN for $20 off your first purchase. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Middlekauff, a former NFL scout and host of podcasts like "3 and Out" and "Go Low," joins the conversation to celebrate Rory McIlroy’s emotional Masters victory that completes his career grand slam. They analyze Bryson DeChambeau's inconsistent performance and dive into the heated rivalry between PGA and LIV golfers. The discussion shifts to the NBA playoffs, where they preview key matchups, including the Warriors’ challenges and the Lakers' strength against the Timberwolves, while debating Nikola Jokic's place in basketball history.

Nick Wright shares his predictions for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup with Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Nick breaks down why he expects Luka Doncic to “light up” Rudy Gobert and Minnesota once again. Later, Nick shares his NBA Awards for the 2024-2025 season including the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. the Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic for MVP as well as Nick’s All-NBA teams! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his INSTANT REACTION to Khabib Nurmagomedov publicly stating Islam Makhachev WILL NOT FIGHT Ilia Topuria for the UFC lightweight championship. Despite Topuria "being promised" the title fight for vacating the featherweight belt, Islam's team has DOUBLED DOWN on turning down Ilia. See why DC thinks that Justin Gaethje or Paddy Pimblett should fight Makhachev next, and why a Paddy Pimblett vs. Dustin Poirier fight in New Orleans could be the PERFECT No. 1 contender fight. Don't miss Cormier peel back the curtain, as someone close to both Islam and Khabib, on why they don't want to fight Topuria next. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luka's wild phone-smashing reaction to his trade sparks laughter and relatable anecdotes about impulsive actions. A thrilling Cubs comeback victory highlights the emotional rollercoaster athletes face. The Whitney Houston Challenge injects humor into discussions about generational connections through music. The guys hilariously debate personal quirks of Steve Covino and Bill Belichick. Lastly, they touch on family dynamics at the NFL Draft, showcasing both awkward moments and the growing significance of women's sports.